By Elizabeth Dosoretz, LCSW The prevalence of self-harm among teenagers is a growing concern for parents, guardians and other caregivers. About 17% of teenagers engage in self-harm at least once, according to the American Psychological Association. As parents, seeing your child in pain is a challenging experience, underscoring the importance of being well-prepared to navigate this sensitive…
Help Us Feed Florida This Summer Join Elite DNA Behavioral Health in supporting our communities this Mental Health Awareness Month by participating in our statewide food drive. From May 1 to May 24, we’re collecting essential food items at all 32 of our locations to combat hunger and its impact on mental health. The summer
By Elizabeth Dosoretz, LCSW You’re Stressing Me Out Stress is defined as a state of worry or mental tension caused by a difficult situation. And we certainly have had our share of difficult situations over the past four years. Starting with the COVID-19 pandemic four years ago this month, to the constant political volatility to
At 35, Rob felt his career and personal life were less than where he’d hoped they would be. Deciding it was time to make some changes, he eagerly embraced a multitude of new goals, envisioning a brighter future for both his personal and professional life. A mere two weeks after committing to change, he found
